Though there’s been a recent flurry of entries from Motorola, historically, our list of the best foldable phones has been dominated by two brands: Samsung and Google. The two companies have refined the foldable experience over several generations, with the various quirks and drawbacks gradually ironed out for a great (if expensive) smartphone experience.
In 2026, we’re going to see the companies’ latest entries: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 go head to head with the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold. This year, there will be added pressure for the two Android giants, as this is likely the last foldable launch where there won’t be any Apple-branded competition. The iPhone Fold is hotly tipped to arrive this September.
